Pro Series Seminars

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A highly interactive seminar. A short introduction to the creative process - examples of creative thinking.

Whether it's talking at a bar show, training bartenders, talking to brand managers or running sessions for consumers, everyone will enjoy this lively, fun guide to giving great presentations from two of the most in-demand trainers and speakers in the business, Philip Duff & Angus Winchester.

This seminar will focus on what is a hot topic amongst creative people of all disciplines; "Who has a right to my creative work?"

Join a free-thinking group of veteran bartenders who will share their views on the more esoteric job of a bartender to work the room much like a DJ.

Experienced media trainer Lisa Ekus-Saffer and culinary television producer and author Virginia Willis offer a cocktail-specific version of their nationally renowned media training seminar, HONING YOUR EDGE, providing the skills cocktail and beverage industry professionals need to work effectively with the media.

Noah Glass, Founder and Chief Executive of GoMobo, brings a unique perspective of what it takes to pursue one’s passion with outside Investors.

Top business owners know a superior customer service system is the MOST IMPORTANT tool they can have to guarantee their success! Learn from Sean Finter the PROVEN 5-Step Customer Service System used by some of the world's best bars and restaurants. Sean's company, Barmetrix, has worked with over 1200 bars/restaurants in 4 countries, and Sean has personally coached over 200 management teams to success. Spend 90 minutes learning techniques that will give your venue a huge competitive advantage.

Audrey Saunders and J. Riley Lagesen, Attorney at Davis, Wright and Tremaine LLP, will walk you through ABC's of how to properly negotiate potential opportunities, discussion of how to protect your IP (Intellectual Property), and things to look for when offered consulting or ownership opportunities.